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Malaysia Introduces Fuel Subsidy Regulations Starting April 2026

4/2/2026

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Malaysia's Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry announced subsidised fuel regulations on April 1, 2026.
Director-general Azman Adam said 2,400 personnel will monitor stations nationwide and noted stations generally comply but could improve communication of the new rules.
The measures ban sale of RON95 to foreign-registered vehicles.
Measures restrict foreign credit or debit card use at self-service pumps.
Diesel refuelling limits will be enforced in Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan.

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Malaysia's Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry announced subsidised fuel regulations on April 1, 2026.
Director-general Azman Adam said 2,400 personnel will monitor stations nationwide and noted stations generally comply but could improve communication of the new rules.
The measures ban sale of RON95 to foreign-registered vehicles.
Measures restrict foreign credit or debit card use at self-service pumps.
Diesel refuelling limits will be enforced in Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan.